Bill of Rights Institute
Bill of Rights Institute: George Washington
Americans have long appreciated George Washington's importance to our history. Washington secured American independence as commander of the Continental Army and established traditions as the nation's first president. His unblemished...
Read Works
Read Works: u.s. Presidents George Washington
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about George Washington, the first President of the United States. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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George Washington's Mount Vernon: The Man & Myth
Much of what we thought of as fact about George Washington is actually fiction. Read these articles to find out about the real George Washington.
Ibis Communications
Eye Witness to History: The Death of George Washington, 1799
This article details the circumstances of the death of George Washington, the first president of the United States. There are quotes from several people in attendance.
A&E Television
History.com: George Washington: Documentaries
This site offers three documentaries about George Washington including the following: "Loyal Subject" [1:24:00], "Rebel Commander" [1:23:00], and "Father of His Country" [1:26:00].
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: George Washington and Executive Power
George Washington had a role in establishing our nation from the Revolutionary War through his presidency. He was a commander, a delegate to the Constitutional Convention, and a reluctant first President. Analyze his political...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: George Washington as Chairman
Overview of the significant contributions of George Washington and his importance as an early leader in forming the U.S. government.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: George Washington Carver
Find out how George Washington Carvers' contributions to science radically changed the agricultural economy of the United States.
Read Works
Read Works: George Washington's Cherry Tree
[Free Registration/Login Required] The story about George Washington chopping down a cherry tree. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: The Journal of Major George Washington
Article discussing the historical importance of George Washington's account of his travels in the Ohio region with the Virginia militia between October 1753 and January 1754. This was just prior to the French and Indian War.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Houdon, George Washington
After the successful conclusion of the American Revolutionary War, the Virginia General Assembly desired a statue of George Washington for display in a public space. Jean-Antoine Houdon was commissioned to complete the statue. View...
Ohio State University
Osu History Teaching Institute: George Washington
Eighth graders will read about George Washington as President then analyze the different images and sculptures and write a short essay.
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: George Washington's Legacy to America
This lesson plan from the Center for Civic Education encourages both teachers and students to learn more about George Washington's contribution to American Constitutionalism and Citizenship.
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Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: The Election of President Washington
Learn about the beginning of Washington's presidency, specifically the election, inauguration, and life on 3 Cherry Street. Also included is an animated video about Washington and the formation of the U.S. Constitution.
The White House
The White House: First Ladies: Martha Washington
This article on Martha Washington discusses her first marriage and her role as First Lady during the presidency of her second husband, George Washington.
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Read Works: Washington Rides Again
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about wax statues of George Washington at Mount Vernon in Virginia. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in identifying fact and opinion.
Black Past
Black Past: Washington, Henry
An interesting, but brief encyclopedia article about Henry Washington, one of George Washington's slaves, who fought for the British.
Black Past
Black Past: Carver, George Washington
This brief encyclopedia biography about George Washington Carver tells about his interest and research in agriculture, especially in the South.
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: George Washington and the Newburgh Conspiracy, 1783
[Free Registration/Login Required] Discover how General George Washington handled the Newburgh Conspiracy which threatened his authority and civil authority just before the provisions of the Treaty of Paris, ending the Revolutionary War,...
Massachusetts Historical Society
Mhs: Coming of the American Revolution: Washington Takes Command of the Army
George Washington is chosen as the leader of the colonies in their fight against the British in the American Revolution and becomes commander-in-chief of the Continental Army. Evidence is supported by original documents.
Library of Virginia
Virginia Memory: Land Survey by George Washington
What was one of George Washington's first jobs? American history tends to focus on George Washington as a leader of the Continental army during the Revolution, and as our nation's first president. Less emphasis has been devoted to...
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Colonial Williamsburg: George Washington
This site takes a look at George Washington, and the role he played in dertermining the future of the colonies. Content includes a biography, the time he spent in Williamsburg, his two inaugural addresses, an excerpt from a children's...
National Gallery of Art
National Gallery of Art: George Washington Portrait
This site provides Stuart's "George Washington (Vaughan Portrait)" along with some information on the portrait and painting.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: George Washington
This resource highlights George Washington's career (1732-1799). Pictures help to connect the historical events discussed.
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